Davis, Gee Help Lift Mets Over Cubs 3-1
Ike Davis homered, Jordany Valdespin hit one out for the second day in a row and Dillon Gee pitched one-run ball for eight innings to help the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 Saturday.
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Ike Davis homered, Jordany Valdespin hit one out for the second day in a row and Dillon Gee pitched one-run ball for eight innings to help the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 Saturday.
Anthony Rizzo hit a three-run homer and Cubs closer Carlos Marmol caught a line drive and started a game-ending double play that blunted the New York Mets' bid for another ninth-inning comeback, giving Chicago an 8-7 win Friday night.
Nerdy. Eccentric. Quirky. One thing's for certain: At 37, years after most players' careers have peaked, R.A. Dickey is finally reaching his pinnacle.
Dickey's shaky outing Thursday night may give manager Tony La Russa, already worried about who will catch the Mets' knuckleballer, reason to pass him over.
Anybody who has watched the Mets lately knows they sorely need bullpen help. How they get it is a major question. And perhaps a bigger question is, where SHOULD they get it from?
The straw that stirs the drink is at it again. The ever-opinionated Reggie Jackson delivered a harsh assessment of his "good friend" Alex Rodriguez's chase for MLB history in the latest edition of Sports Illustrated.
You're going to remember this 6-5 win over Philadelphia as a game with serious October-esque intensity. A July 5 game with fireworks more suitable for July 4th.
What a difference a day makes. Thursday morning Craig was down in the dumps, blaming his foul mood on the Mets, the Knicks and the fact that our nation's birthday fell on a Wednesday.
David Wright singled off Jonathan Papelbon with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, lifting the New York Mets to a 6-5 comeback victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night that preserved R.A. Dickey's 11-game winning streak.
Despite his otherworldly statistics through the first half of the Major League season, Mets starting pitcher R.A. Dickey may not start for the National League in the All-Star Game.
Two Mets players said all the right things this weekend about a possible reunion with Francisco Rodriguez. But apparently it's not all so hunky-dory.
Through all the havoc the world has thrown at us the last week -- earthshaking news of Mark Sanchez dating Eva Longoria, of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes divorcing, and, oh, how can we go on? -- the Mets have continued to forge through.
Young seemed to be in complete control. He had allowed only two runners and took a two-run lead into the seventh inning against the slumping Phillies. "Seven pitches later, it's 3-2," manager Terry Collins said.
Based on the fact that he was rockin' a Brooklyn Nets hat in the Allstate Studio this morning, Boomer accused Craig of being the first Knicks' fan to jump ship and pledge allegiance to the Nets.
The guys opened up today's show talking about basketball, specifically the Nets, who have suddenly catapulted themselves to the forefront of the NY sports landscape.
The Phillies put on a 4th of July fireworks show as they blasted the Mets, 9-2.
The Yankees and Mets are continuing to delight New Yorkers as the summer months get hotter, both teams are primed for a big second half.
Daniel Murphy finished a homer short of the cycle, doubled twice, drove in four runs and made a leaping catch and diving stop at second base.
Mets third baseman David Wright was beaten out in the National League All-Star fan-voting ballot by the Giants' Pablo Sandoval by 1.6 million votes. And general manager Sandy Alderson took to Twitter to voice his displeasure with the outcome.
The most famous chicken in New York has a new home and two more famous fans.
Despite being traded by New York nearly one year ago, Francisco Rodriguez has never ruled out a future reunion at Citi Field. Apparently the Amazin's haven't either.
Here we are in the first full week of July and the New York Mets -- you know that team that everyone just wanted to go away -- are very much a playoff contender.
With their 43 victories so far, the Mets again have at least 40 wins through 81 games for the 13th time in the past 16 seasons.
Despite a healthy lead last week, David Wright finished second in the All-Star fan balloting at third base -- a whopping 1,610,162 votes behind San Francisco's Pablo Sandoval.
Jerry Recco was determined to make it through his first update of the week without making an error, which he did.
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
An off-duty officer shot a man in the Bronx on Monday night after tracking his family's stolen vehicle, NYPD sources say.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
An off-duty officer shot a man in the Bronx on Monday night after tracking his family's stolen vehicle, NYPD sources say.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
Legendary New York City television news broadcaster Ernie Anastos was laid to rest on Tuesday at his funeral in Westchester County.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Grubhub is launching New Jersey's first commercial food delivery by drone. CBS News New York has learned more about the high-tech service and how it's expected to work.
Officials say James Hadley, a New Jersey coach and educator, may have assaulted other victims.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Tens of thousands of customers lost power across the New York-New Jersey area as severe weather whipped through the region.
Ten people and six vehicles were involved in the fatal accident on Long Island, according to New York State Police. Two people in their 80s were killed.
St. John's, Hofstra and LIU are playing in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament as March Madness gets in full swing.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
The Mamdani administration has asked a court to allow them to stop representing former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault case.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated his first St. Patrick's Day as mayor with a dramatic show of respect for groups he may have offended in the past.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the MTA have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for withholding funds designed to extend the Second Avenue subway west into Harlem.
A long-time New York City driver says he monitored his E-ZPass account and paid his tolls, but he was still hit with huge late fees.
Jeanne Hengemuhle has made history as the first woman in charge of the New Jersey State Police.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Michael B. Jordan's best actor win at Sunday night's Academy Awards resonated at his alma mater, Arts High School in Newark.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Josh Hart scored a season-high 33 points on 12-of-13 shooting to lead the Knicks over the Pacers 136-110 on Tuesday night.
The New York Islanders beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Tuesday night.
Gotham FC will host the Washington Spirit on July 15 at Citi Field in a game that has been dubbed The Queens Classic.
Jack Hughes had three assists, and the Devils dented the Bruins' playoff chances by beating them 4-3 in overtime Monday night.
Deni Avdija and Toumani Camara each scored 18 points, and the Trail Blazers coasted to 114-95 victory over the Nets on Monday night.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
A Harlem school is teaching students how to love, honor and care for their natural hair.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
President Trump says the U.S. is ahead of schedule in achieving its goals in the war with Iran. At the same time, he's blasting some NATO countries who rejected a call to help reopen the crucial energy pipeline at the Strait of Hormuz. Erica Brown reports from Capitol Hill.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has the latest on the damage done.
As CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer reports, it appears hizzoner was trying to make amends for having offended those groups in the past.
CBS News New York's Christine Sloan spoke to family members about the traumatic experience.
A diner on Long Island is back open for business after a fire forced it to shut down. It's been a long journey, but as CBS News New York's John Dias shows us, it's not just the menu that's bringing customers back.
